Gov’t to indict corrupt officials

The Government of Liberia says its compiling evidence to prosecute officials involved in corruption.
By Stephen G. Fellajuah
Monrovia, Liberia, May 28, 2025 – Justice Minister and Attorney General of Liberia, Cllr. N. Oswald Tweh has revealed that the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) is finalizing its investigative report on alleged corruption at the Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA).
Minister Tweh also disclosed that ongoing investigations into several other institutions, including the Liberia Refugee Repatriation and Resettlement Commission (LRRRC), the National Oil Company of Liberia (NOCAL), focusing on its former CEO Rustonlyn Suacoco Dennis, and the National Road Fund (NRF), which he says is at an advanced stage.
Additionally, a case involving the National Fisheries and Aquaculture Authority (NaFAA) and its former head, Emma Glassco, is under review.
The reports will soon be submitted to President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, and indictments are expected to follow, he says.
The Minister expressed support for President Boakai’s decision to suspend officials accused of corruption, while investigations are underway.
“Removing people from their posts until the conclusion of the investigation, I do not think it is legally wrong,” Tweh asserted, emphasizing the risk of interference or tampering with evidence if accused officials remain in office.
However, the continued presence of LTA Chairman Abdullah Kamara, who was implicated in a General Auditing Commission (GAC) report, has raised concerns. While other officials cited in similar allegations have been suspended, Kamara remains in office pending further investigation by the LACC.
Critics argue this reflects selective enforcement and undermines the government’s anti-corruption drive.
When pressed on the inconsistency, Minister Tweh responded that he must review the full General Auditing Commission of Liberia (GAC) report before making any definitive statements. He acknowledged the report has been released but stressed the importance of basing decisions on a comprehensive understanding of the findings.
Appearing on OK FM on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, the Attorney-General admitted that while the criminal justice system may appear slow, it is still functional.
He emphasized the need to allow LACC the time and resources to conduct thorough investigations, citing the necessity of a team of at least 50 skilled investigators to handle cases simultaneously and efficiently.
Tweh also highlighted structural and logistical challenges facing the justice system, including overcrowded prisons due to insufficient infrastructure and the need for enhanced training and staffing within the Ministry of Justice. Editing by Jonathan Browne